The Open Guide to London: the free London guide - Differences between Version 15 and Version 14 of Pedicabs

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aka rickshaws, cycle taxis, trishaws

Since or so years pedicabs have been operating in central London; you see them most often around the West End. Quite often there'll be a few waiting around for customers at the entrance to Leicester Square opposite the Tube station. Remember, you should ALWAYS agree a price before taking a ride.

Earle writes: I asked one of their drivers, on a whim, what it would cost to take me to where I live (Notting Hill Gate) from there and he told me it would be �20 a person. Quite steep. Still, pootling along in a pedicab might be fun if you're feeling flush.

There are around five to ten companies operating pedicabs in London. Between them there are 200 or so pedicabs in use.

Chariot Bikes' prices start at �2 per person. Some riders/companies are more reasonably priced than others; Chariot riders use a pricing guide for fairness and consistency and will agree a price at the beginning of the ride.

If you had fun, which you will, don't forget to tip the rider!

Just saw a rickshaw collapse in the middle of Charing Cross Road when the prospective passengers sat down. The wheel simply buckled. Are rickshaws dangerous as well as a complete tourist rip-off? Optique


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